Thursday, May 6, 2010

Cool idea I think I'm gonna try sometime soon


There's a great article on DIYNetwork that explains in detail the process required to take ordinary paint to upholstery; the secret being cutting the paint (latex wall paint for base coats, acrylics for color and detail) with a textile medium like GAC-900, which better adheres the paint to the fabric while keeping it soft and pliable...

Golden Medium GAC-900 Acrylic HS 16oz
Golden Medium GAC-900 Acrylic HS

2 comments:

jmjlucky said...

I LOVE the idea!!!! I may very well the trading in my couch for one of yours if you start working on these! Let me know how the progress goes.

you're favorite customer,
Jill from Detroit-ish

jmjlucky said...

I love this idea!! I may very well be trading in my old couch for one of yours if you decide to give it a go, let me know how it goes!!

Your favorite customer,
Jill from Detroit-ish

(sorry if this sent twice)